Sony to launch firm to explore making electric cars


Yoshida introduces the Vision-S 02, an SUV prototype vehicle, during a Sony press event for CES 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Vision-S is packed with internal and external sensors and is used by Sony to test its autonomous driving technologies. — AFP

LAS VEGAS: Electronics giant Sony unveiled on Jan 4 a new prototype of its Vision-S electric vehicle and announced the founding of a company to explore jumping into the rapidly growing market.

The Japanese firm, better known for its TVs and video game consoles, will create the Sony Mobility subsidiary in spring 2022 as it weighs entering the field.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Consumer Electronics Show , CES 2022

   

Next In Tech News

Boater dies just feet from land when he dives in to find cellphone, US cops say
Snapchat is focused on making app safe, CEO Evan Spiegel says
PR executive at Chinese tech firm Baidu apologises for comments seen as glorifying overwork
Japan ex-minister says drone video of carrier a serious problem
Entrepreneur fined RM80,000 for using unauthorised communications equipment
Australian regulator says Musk's X should not set limits of internet law
Apple apologises for iPad ‘Crush’ ad after backlash
Amazon’s new fees on sellers likened to ‘kick in the gut’
Baidu executive quits after reviving toxic work culture debate
Microsoft plans mobile-game store, vying with Apple, Google

Others Also Read